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Athens YMCA to celebrate 168th anniversary, announce major capital campaign
Contact: Shae Wilson, CEO 706.543.6596, shae@athensymca.org Athens, GA – The Athens YMCA will mark its 168th anniversary on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 and announce a $9.3 million capital campaign to ensure its facilities and programs are prepared to meet the evolving needs of the community. The Y has already received $4.6 million toward the campaign goal. As one of the 10 oldest YMCAs in the country, the Athens Y has been a pillar of support for generations, fostering youth development, healthy living,
Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School Expands to Include 7th & 8th Grade
Monsignor Donovan Catholic School is excited to announce the expansion of its academic program to include 7th and 8th grade, beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. This expansion will provide families with a seamless Catholic education experience from Pre-K through 12th grade, strengthening the partnership between Donovan and St. Joseph Catholic Parish School (Pre-K - 6th grade). The decision to move middle school to Donovan aligns with the research-backed benefits of the 7-12 grade model, which
Ace Handyman Services Northeast Georgia Announces Grand Opening on April 7th!
Northeast Georgia – March 21, 2025 – Ace Handyman Services Northeast Georgia is pleased to announce its official opening on April 7, 2025. As a trusted name in home improvement, Ace Handyman Services provides professional, reliable, and high-quality handyman services for homeowners and businesses throughout the Northeast Georgia area. Locally owned and operated, Ace Handyman Services Northeast Georgia offers a wide range of home repair and improvement solutions, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical
Join The Classic Center Cultural Foundation’s Annual Events to Support Scholarships and Community Growth
ATHENS, GA – March 17, 2025— The Classic Center Cultural Foundation, a nonprofit organization under The Classic Center Authority, has been dedicated to supporting the community with scholarships and grants, now totaling over $60,000 annually, for nearly 25 years. Established on April 21, 2001, the Cultural Foundation has flourished through its annual fundraising events, scholarship awards, and role as a social hub, offering exceptional hospitality and enhancing members' entertainment experiences at The
Celebrate the impact of the Athens Tech Foundation at the Illuminate Gala
The Athens Tech Foundation is thrilled to announce its third annual Illuminate Gala, a vibrant celebration of Athens Technical College's profound impact on workforce development. This year’s event will be held on April 17, 2025, at The Classic Center and promises to build upon the previous year's success, which raised more than $150,000. The evening will spotlight our students and their commitment to education. Since 1988, the Foundation’s mission has been to partner with Athens Technical College and with
Local Partners Team Up to Provide Rescue Dogs a Second Chance During Upcoming Broadway Show in The Classic Center Theatre
ATHENS, GA – February 27, 2025— The sun will come out for both patrons and local rescue dogs thanks to a special partnership between The Classic Center Theatre and Athenspets. During the Broadway performance of Annie on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at The Classic Center Theatre, Athens rescue dogs will have a chance to find their forever homes. For decades, Annie has inspired audiences with its tale of hope, resilience, and the unbreakable bond between Annie and her loyal dog, Sandy. This year’s tour stars
The Great Gatsby Ballet Comes to Athens
World Ballet Company - one of the country’s leading touring ballet companies - has announced its new production. The company presents the world premiere of its latest ballet, “The Great Gatsby” - a Broadway-style take on the iconic story. It will tour to more than 140 cities across the United States from February 6 - November 24. World Ballet Company prides itself on making ballet accessible, and producing Broadway-style ballets. This year, we’re doing that with one of the most important stories of the 20
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is Set to Bring Epic Rock & Metal Experience to The Classic Center Theatre
ATHENS, GA – March 11, 2025— The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight will take the stage at The Classic Center Theatre on November 14 at 8:00 p.m., delivering an epic 90-minute concert that infuses legendary Rock & Metal with a beautifully dark energy. After enchanting audiences throughout Europe and the UK, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight is ready to ignite the stage in the United States once again. Witness the unexpected union of Classical music and Metal.Performing the music of iconic bands
The 12th Annual Chess & Community Conference - Future Forward: Games Changers in a Global World
Prepare to embark on an inspiring journey at the 12th Annual Chess & Community Conference, themed "Future Forward: Game Changers in a Global World." This extraordinary event, taking place in Athens, Georgia, is a rallying call for young leaders from across the globe to emerge, innovate, and connect. Building on its legacy of using chess as a tool for empowerment and change, the 2025 conference pushes boundaries with a bold focus on developing tomorrow’s leaders through cultural exchange and
Mutual Prosperity Real Estate & Investment Joins AACoC, Bringing Innovation and Sustainability to Commercial Real Estate
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Mutual Prosperity Real Estate & Investment Company Joins Athens Area Chamber of Commerce, Bringing Innovation and Sustainability to Commercial Real Estate Athens, GA – 2/27/2025 – The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce proudly welcomes The Mutual Prosperity Real Estate & Investment Company, a premier commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm dedicated to fostering innovation, driving financial growth, and cultivating sustainability. Based in Athens, Georgia, Mutual
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Classic Comedy Lineup Brings Multiple Nights of Laughter to Athens, GA
Prepare for multiple nights of laughter as a classic comedy lineup takes the stage at The Classic Center Theatre in Athens, GA. This highly anticipated series brings top-tier comedic talent straight to your doorstep, delivering an unforgettable experience for comedy enthusiasts in the area. Don't miss the chance to see hilarious performances from stars like Maria Bamford, Jake Shane, The Golden Girls, Brad Williams, and Tom Segura! Whether you're out with family, hanging with friends, or enjoying a
Alvie Coes Selected for U.S. Chamber Foundation Education and Workforce Fellowship Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation today announced Dr. Alvie Coes III, Chief Workforce Officer of the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce was selected to participate in the eleventh cohort of its premiere business leadership program. The Business Leads Fellowship Program trains and equips leaders from state and local chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, and trade associations with resources, access to experts, and a network of peers to build their capacity to address the
See Tom Segura’s Come Together Tour at The Classic Center Theatre Friday, August 29
ATHENS, GA – February 4, 2025—Tom Segura, announced additional 2025 dates for his global stand-up comedy tour Tom Segura: Come Together, hitting The Classic Center Theatre on Friday, August 29. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 7, at 10:00 a.m. at ClassicCenter.com Segura’s highly anticipated new hour of comedy kicked off last year and has been selling out with stops across Asia and North America. "This is the most fun I've had on tour, and I'm excited to continue touring this hour of material to a
Georgia Leaders Selected for 2025 GeorgiaForward Young Gamechangers Cohort
ATLANTA – GeorgiaForward has selected 49 promising young leaders to serve the organization’s 2025 Young Gamechangers (YG) program. YG is a unique leadership action program hosted by GeorgiaForward, a non-profit organization administrated by the Georgia Municipal Association. Young Gamechangers brings professionals from across the state to work on the persistent challenges of one Georgia community. In 2025, the City of Athens and Clarke County will host the Young Gamechangers. Local leaders have
Gavin Adcock to Headline Akins Ford Arena When the Need to Tour Stops in Athens, GA
ATHENS, GA - February 3, 2025: Country music sensation Gavin Adcock is set to bring his electrifying performance to Akins Ford Arena in Athens, GA on October 17, 2025, as part of his Need To Tour. A Georgia native from Watkinsville, Adcock transitioned from a promising football career at Georgia Southern University to the country music scene after a knee injury in 2021. Channeling his energy into songwriting and recording during his recovery, he released his debut single, marking the beginning of a
Announcing the 2025 Georgia Titan 100 Recipients
Titan CEO is pleased to announce the 2025 Georgia Titan 100. The Titan 100 program recognizes Georgia’s Top 100 CEOs & C-level executives. They are the area’s most accomplished business leaders in their industry using criteria that include demonstrating exceptional leadership, vision, and passion.Collectively, the 2025 Georgia Titan 100 and their companies employ over 136,000 individuals and generate over $61 billion in annual revenues. This year’s honorees will be published in a limitededition Titan
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